The University of Adelaide
Master of Applied Economics
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationEconomists analyse the decisions of individuals, governments and businesses and their impact on our lives and welfare. Armed with these insights, they can give expert advice on business strategy, understand the background behind the news, influence public policy for a better world and make informed personal financial decisions. Economics graduates go on to all sorts of exciting careers and research pathways. You might assess telecommunications mergers as an economic analyst, or reform regulatory frameworks for public forests as a policy officer with state government. You could work on the stock market, in an aid agency researching the best return on aid donations or in banking and financial services. Perhaps you’ll use your analytics and modelling skills to develop optimal strategies for efficient HR recruitment.
Delivery mode
The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- The University of Adelaide, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Graduate Entry:
Higher Education Study:
- A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a GPA of 5.0 or above. Alternative pathway: Students may enter this degree from the Graduate Certificate in Applied Economics or the Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics.
Course fees
$74,000
$95,000
$74,000
$95,000
Career opportunities
The Master of Applied Economics will prepare you for the following roles.
Economics Consultant
An Economics Consultant provides expert analysis and advice on economic issues to help businesses and organisations make informed decisions. You mi...
Economist
An Economist analyses financial information and makes recommendations based on that research. You might provide advice to large organisations such...
Financial Analyst
A Financial Analyst interprets financial data and provides recommendations on financial activity. You might look at general financial markets or ex...
Macroeconomist
A Macroeconomist analyses economic trends and policies on a national and global scale, providing insights into factors like inflation, unemployment...
Policy Adviser
A Policy Adviser helps to develop and improve policies impacting on government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organisations....
Policy Analyst
A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...
About The University of Adelaide
The University of Adelaide is ranked in the world's top 100 universities. We are recognised globally as a leading research university.
At the University of Adelaide, we embrace our role and purpose as a future-maker—for our state, our nation and our world.
We pursue meaningful change as we celebrate our proud history: applying proven values in the pursuit of contemporary educational and research excellence; meeting our local and global community’s evolving needs and challenges; and striving to prepare our graduates for their aspirations and the needs of the future workforce.
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